Bidspirit auction | Le Quattro Valli by Vincenzo

Le Quattro Valli by Vincenzo Coronelli, Map of the Maritime Alps, c.1690 - This detailed map, titled ”Le Quattro Valli, di Lucerne, Angrogna, S. Martino, e la Perosa,” was created by Vincenzo Coronelli around 1690 and focuses on the Maritime Alps, particularly the Mont Viso area on the border between France and Italy. The map marks the key mountain passes that connect the valleys of Lucerne, Angrogna, San Martino, and La Perosa, offering an important geographical perspective of the region. Coronelli’s cartographic skills are evident in this highly detailed rendering of the terrain, highlighting both the topography and the strategic routes through these rugged mountains. This map is a significant historical record of the Alpine landscape and an invaluable resource for those interested in the history of the Piedmont region. Great for collectors of Coronelli, Maritime Alps, Alpi Marittime, Mont Viso, Fiume, Po River, Piedmont, Piemonte, antique maps, 17th-century maps. Condition: A good example with some light age-related wear. Size: 45.5 x 60.5 cm (17.9 x 23.8 inches).